The Indian music legend, who longtime friend George Harrison hailed as "the godfather of world music," leaves a remarkable legacy

Shankar has inspired several generations of performers and listeners, including rock bands (The Beatles, The Byrds, Cornershop) and countless jazz and classical-music artists. Now, as then, he is India’s most influential cultural ambassador.

Even so, he remained tireless in his quest to promote the music he devoted his life to. He made this clear in his 2012 U-T San Diego interview, saying: "I know this much now: There is so much more to know."

In addition to daughter and frequent collaborator Anoushka and her husband, film director Joe Wright, Shankar is survived by his wife Sukanya, daughter Norah Jones, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Memorial plans will be announced Wednesday, according to a family spokeswoman. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Ravi Shankar Foundation. Donations can be made online at
JustGive.org
.